ATI RN
ATI Nproo 2100 Exam Unit 3 Fundamentals Exam Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client who is at risk for shock. Which of the following findings is the earliest indicator that this complication is developing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Increased respiratory rate is an early compensatory sign of shock to improve oxygenation. Anuria, hypotension, and altered consciousness occur later.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse and a newly licensed nurse are providing care for a client who has distributive shock. How should the nurse explain the pathophysiology of distributive shock to the newly licensed nurse?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Distributive shock involves systemic vasodilation, reducing vascular resistance. Other options describe different shock types.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is caring for a client in the clinic. The nurse anticipates which of the following orders from the provider based on the suspected diagnosis? (Select all that apply)
Correct Answer: A,C,E,H
Rationale: IV antibiotics, chest x-ray, inpatient admission, and complete blood count address suspected infection in an HIV-positive client. Urinalysis, chest tube, airborne precautions, and STI panel are not prioritized.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse accidentally administers the wrong medication to a client, which results in a severe allergic reaction and prolongs the client's hospitalization. The client could rightfully sue the nurse for which of the following?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Malpractice involves negligence causing harm, applicable here due to the medication error. Abuse, battery, and assault involve intentional acts.
Question 5 of 5
Which stage of the HIV lifecycle involves the virus attaching to the host cell membrane?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Binding is when HIV attaches to the CD4 receptor. Integration, fusion, and reverse transcription occur later in the lifecycle.